Landlord Gas Safety Certificates in Marple, Stockport

You might hear people call it a 'CP12' or simply a 'Landlord's Certificate', but the legal name is the Landlord Gas Safety Record. Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, it is your duty of care to ensure every gas appliance in your rental property is checked every 12 months. This includes the boiler, any gas fires, and even the kitchen cooker. Once we've finished our checks, we'll issue you a digital PDF certificate. This is a professional record you can email straight to your tenants or keep in your digital files. If you're a busy landlord, you'll know how much easier it is to have a clear, digital trail rather than a crumpled piece of paper at the bottom of a drawer.

When one of our engineers arrives at your Marple property, they aren't just there to see if the boiler turns on. We perform a rigorous set of technical tests to ensure everything is operating exactly as it should. This includes a 'Tightness Test' on your pipework to make sure there aren't any tiny leaks hiding in the walls. We also carry out a 'Flue Flow Test' to ensure that dangerous combustion gases are exiting the property safely through the chimney or flue, and a 'Spillage Test' to check that none of those fumes are lingering indoors. We'll even check the 'Burner Pressure' and 'Gas Rate' to make sure your appliances aren't burning too much or too little fuel. It's about more than just a certificate; it's a comprehensive health check for your property's gas system.

Most landlords we speak to tell us their biggest frustration is trying to pin down a reliable tradesman who actually shows up when they say they will. We pride ourselves on being different. We'll coordinate with you or your tenants to find a time that fits, and we'll be there on the dot. Because we're based locally, we know Marple and Stockport like the back of our hand. We also believe in total transparency, so you'll never find any hidden fees or 'surprise' additions on your bill. We’re fully insured with £10 million in public liability cover, which is something we know gives our commercial and domestic clients that extra layer of confidence when we're working in their properties.

We often get asked, 'What happens if an appliance fails?' Don't worry—if we find a fault, we won't just leave you in the lurch. Our engineers can often carry out minor repairs on the spot to get things safe and compliant again. If it's something bigger, we'll provide a clear, honest quote for the work needed. Another common question is 'How long does it take?' Usually, a standard inspection takes about 45 to 60 minutes depending on how many appliances you have. If you have an unvented hot water cylinder, we can check that it's G3 compliant at the same time, saving you an extra visit. We also cover a 25-mile radius around Marple, so if you have a portfolio spread across Stockport or even over towards Greater Manchester, we can handle the lot for you.